You know the lip look you want. Soft, blurred color that looks like it belongs on your face rather than sitting on top of it — the kind Korean makeup does better than anyone.
Then you get to the shopping part. Velvet Matte or Semi Matte? Twelve shades across the two. Two lip liners. A lip oil. And suddenly the simple thing you wanted has become a decision tree.
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This guide sorts it out: what actually separates the two finishes, every shade with its official description, how the RIMAN ICD Butter Lip Liner changes the result, where the RIMAN ICD Beauty Glow Up Lip Oil fits, and ten combinations you can copy directly.
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Why Korean Lip Tints Feel Different From Traditional Lipstick
Not every Korean lip product behaves the same way, but there are some recurring ideas worth knowing before you choose.
- Color you build rather than commit to. One light pass reads as a wash; two or three build to full intensity.
- Softer edges. Blurred finishes are the aesthetic, rather than a hard, sharply outlined lip.
- Gradient techniques. Concentrating color toward the centre and fading outward is a core Korean approach.
- Tint-style application. Products designed to sit lightly and leave color behind rather than build a thick layer.
The RIMAN ICD Butter Lip range works within that tradition while adding a butter texture, which is what the "Butter" in the name refers to.
Meet the RIMAN ICD Butter Lip Collection
Four products, and a useful way to think about them — this is our editorial framing rather than an official RIMAN system:
Define → Color → Finish
| Product | Purpose | Shades | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RIMAN ICD Butter Lip Liner | Definition and shape | 2 | Lip line definition, shading, wearing alone | $21.00 |
| RIMAN ICD Makeup Butter Lip Tint Semi Matte | Glow-to-matte color | 3 | Dimensional soft-matte everyday looks | $30.04 |
| RIMAN ICD Makeup Butter Lip Tint Velvet Matte | Fully blurred matte color | 9 | Soft-focus matte looks, widest shade choice | $30.04 |
| RIMAN ICD Beauty Glow Up Lip Oil | High shine, or overnight care | 1 | Gloss over color, bare lips, lip sleeping mask | $30.04 |
You do not need all four. But understanding what each one changes makes the choice much easier.
Velvet Matte vs. Semi Matte: What's the Difference?
The most common assumption is that Semi Matte is simply a shinier Velvet Matte. It is not — the two behave differently from the moment they touch your lips.
| Feature | Velvet Matte | Semi Matte |
|---|---|---|
| Initial finish | Blurs immediately to matte | Applies with a subtle glow |
| Set finish | Flawless, uniform matte | Soft, velvety matte |
| Texture | Airy, cloud-like | Semi-solid butter formula |
| Blur effect | Natural blurred effect | Delicate blurring effect |
| Shade range | 9 shades | 3 shades |
| Dimension | Even and flat-matte by design | A little more dimension from the glow-to-matte transition |
| Application | Built-in applicator; buildable | Built-in applicator; buildable |
| Liner compatible | Yes — liner first, then tint, pat to set | Yes — liner first, then tint, pat to set |
| Price | $30.04 | $30.04 |
Choose Velvet Matte if…
- You want a genuinely soft-focus, cloud-like matte
- You like the fully blurred Korean lip look
- You want the widest shade choice — nine, from nude to bold red
- You are after a bolder statement lip
Choose Semi Matte if…
- You like a hint of glow when the product goes on
- You prefer soft matte over completely flat-looking color
- You want a little more dimension in an everyday lip
- Brick Red, Evening Rose or Dusky Mauve is the shade you were looking for anyway
Honestly? For many people the shade decides it. If the color you want lives in the Semi Matte trio, take the Semi Matte.
A note on the 12-hour testing
Both tints carry a 12-hour color longevity claim, tested by P&K Skin Clinical Research Center Co., Ltd. between October 17 and November 21, 2024, with 32 adult women.
Worth reading precisely: that is a color longevity test. It is not a claim that the product is transfer-proof, waterproof, or that it will look untouched after twelve hours of coffee and lunch. Treat it as brand-reported testing rather than a guarantee.
Complete Butter Lip Tint Shade Guide
Velvet Matte — 9 shades
| Shade | Official description | Mood |
|---|---|---|
| 11 Velvet Cabernet | A rich berry-red, luxurious like a smooth glass of Cabernet | Evening, dramatic, autumnal |
| 13 Signature Red | A bright, powerful, classic red | Statement, occasion, timeless |
| 15 Symphony Pink | A robust swatch of muted pink | Everyday, polished |
| 17 Dusty Petal | A muted mulberry hue with a hint of rose | Romantic, soft, sophisticated |
| 19 Desert Heat | An earthy red | Warm, grounded, bold-but-wearable |
| 22 Blushing Apricot | Soft peachy-pink with subtle orange and rose undertones | Fresh, daytime, easy |
| 23 Nude Lush | A perfect nude for neutral, sophisticated lips | Minimal, office, no-makeup makeup |
| 35 Coral Lace | Listed as a new variant; the store describes it as a fresh pop of coral | Bright, spring-summer |
| 53 Cherry Pink | Listed as a new variant; the store describes it as a fresh pop of pink | Playful, youthful-feeling |
The Mood column is our editorial interpretation. The Official description column is quoted from the product page — and note that Coral Lace and Cherry Pink are the two newest additions, so their color copy is briefer than the rest.
Semi Matte — 3 shades
| Shade | Official description | Mood |
|---|---|---|
| 03 Brick Red | A subtle brick red mixed with warm browns | Grown-up red, day or night |
| 04 Evening Rose | A toned-down pink with a subtle, warm rose ambiance | The everyday one |
| 07 Dusky Mauve | A sophisticated and urban cool mauve mood | Modern, cool-toned, refined |
Three shades sounds limited until you notice they cover three different directions — warm red, warm rose, cool mauve. There is very little overlap.
How to Use the RIMAN Butter Lip Liner
Lip liner has an unfair reputation as a hard outline drawn around the lip. It is far more useful than that. The RIMAN ICD Butter Lip Liner is creamy and butter-smooth with a precise 3 mm tip, which makes it as suited to soft shading as to definition.
Four techniques
- Soft definition. Trace the natural lip line starting at the centre of the upper lip and working outward, then repeat on the lower lip. Blend the edge slightly so there is no visible border.
- Filled-in base. Lightly fill the whole lip before your tint. This deepens the color and gives it something to hold onto.
- Sculpted lip. Use the 3 mm tip for controlled definition at the edges only, leaving the centre for tint.
- Diffused Korean lip. Apply liner lightly, blend the edges with a fingertip, then add tint concentrated toward the centre.
The goal throughout is definition rather than a redrawn lip. Follow your natural lip line — the effect is more flattering and far more wearable.
Handling notes from the product page
- Twist up only a small amount at a time — the formula is soft and can break.
- Use the built-in sharpener to keep the tip precise.
- Close the cap securely after use to prevent formula changes from air exposure.
Soft Pink or Rich Chestnut?
| Liner | Official color direction | Look | Official pairing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Soft Pink | A "My-Lips-But-Better" cool-toned petal pink | Subtle, fresh, minimal | Complements 04 Evening Rose |
| 29 Rich Chestnut | A deep, earthy brown with warm undertones | Sculpted, warm, defined | Pairs with 03 Brick Red |
Those two pairings are stated on the product page. Everything else below is our styling suggestion — worth trying, but not an official recommendation.
Try These RIMAN Lip Combinations
Ten looks using only the products in this guide. The first two are the official pairings; the rest are editorial.
1. The Everyday Rose (official pairing)
16 Soft Pink + 04 Evening Rose. Trace and softly blend the liner, then apply the tint straight from the applicator. A polished everyday lip that needs no thought at 7am.
2. The Warm Defined Lip (official pairing)
29 Rich Chestnut + 03 Brick Red. Define the edges with chestnut, soften with a fingertip, then apply Brick Red. Warm, grown-up, and works from desk to dinner.
3. The Soft Nude
29 Rich Chestnut blended + 23 Nude Lush. Blend the chestnut inward rather than leaving it at the edge, then layer Nude Lush over the top. The liner keeps a nude from disappearing.
4. The Romantic Pink
16 Soft Pink + 17 Dusty Petal. Muted mulberry-rose with soft pink definition underneath. Quietly beautiful.
5. The Modern Mauve
16 Soft Pink + 07 Dusky Mauve. Cool against cool. Minimal eye makeup, strong lip — the most fashion-forward look here.
6. The Statement Red
29 Rich Chestnut at the edges + 13 Signature Red. Chestnut gives the red an edge to sit against. Apply, blot, apply again.
7. The Berry Evening Lip
Subtle 29 Rich Chestnut + 11 Velvet Cabernet. Deep berry-red, the darkest in the range. Keep the liner very light — the shade brings its own drama.
8. The Peachy Korean Lip
16 Soft Pink + 22 Blushing Apricot. Fresh and daytime. Apply the tint to the centre and blend outward for a gradient.
9. The Glossy Rose
16 Soft Pink + 04 Evening Rose + Glow Up Lip Oil. Look #1, then a swipe of lip oil over the top. Same shade, completely different finish.
10. The Barely-There Lip
16 Soft Pink alone, or with a wiped-off tint. Fill the lips with liner, blend with a fingertip, and stop there. Or use the softer-look method below.
How to Create a Korean Blurred Lip
- Start with lips that feel smooth and comfortable.
- Apply a small amount of RIMAN ICD Butter Lip Liner where you want definition — usually just the outer edges.
- Blend the harsh edges with a fingertip so nothing reads as an outline.
- Apply your Butter Lip Tint with the built-in applicator, concentrating color toward the centre of the lips.
- Blend outward so the color fades rather than stops.
- Pat gently with a fingertip where the tint meets the liner to soften the transition.
The Velvet Matte blurs immediately on application, which makes it the more forgiving of the two for this technique.
How to Create a Softer "Just-Bitten" Tint
This is a technique straight from the official directions, and it is the one most people do not know about.
- Apply the lip tint as normal.
- Let it set for about 5 minutes.
- Gently wipe it off.
What remains is a delicate hint of color. Visually it is quite different from a thin single layer — a light application still reads as a sheer coat of product, while the wipe-off method leaves color that looks like it came from your lips rather than a tube.
It also makes a bold shade wearable. Signature Red applied and wiped is a soft red stain, not a statement.
Where the Glow Up Lip Oil Fits
The RIMAN ICD Beauty Glow Up Lip Oil ($30.04) is the finish step — and the reason you do not need to choose between matte and glossy.
Three ways to wear it, per the product page:
- On bare lips for glossy shine and a boost of moisture.
- Over either lip tint to turn a matte lip glossy. One product, two finishes.
- Overnight as a lip sleeping mask — a generous layer before bed.
Its formula includes Giant BYoungPool (Centella Asiatica leaf water), vegan collagen produced through fermentation, ceramides, Anemarrhena Asphodeloides root extract, and refractive nourishing oils for shine without stickiness.
One thing worth knowing: the ingredient list includes menthol along with lemon peel, lavender and basil oils, plus the fragrance components limonene, linalool and citral. Most people are fine with these, but if your lips are easily irritated or you know you react to fragrance in lip products, that is worth being aware of before you buy.
Which Lip Products Suit Mature Lips?
Let's start by dispensing with the usual advice: there is no age at which you should stop wearing red, or pink, or matte. Bold color looks wonderful at every age. What follows is about texture and technique, not permission.
That said, some people notice with time that lips feel drier, that fine lines around the mouth become more visible, or that the natural lip border looks less defined than it once did. If any of that sounds familiar, a few things in this collection are genuinely useful.
The liner earns its place
When the natural lip border looks softer, a creamy liner is the simplest way to bring shape back and keep color neat. The RIMAN ICD Butter Lip Liner glides without tugging, which matters more on delicate skin. 16 Soft Pink is the natural-looking choice.
Texture over flatness
Very flat matte finishes can emphasise texture on some lips. The Semi Matte's glow-to-matte transition gives a softer, less absolute finish, and the Velvet Matte's cloud-like texture creates a blurred effect rather than a flat one.
Ingredients that support comfort
Across the collection: Giant BYoungPool (Centella Asiatica), soluble collagen, hyaluronic acid, apple seed oil, cupuaçu seed butter, ceramide NP, shea butter and jojoba seed oil in the liner.
A note on collagen, since it appears in several of these formulas: collagen in a lip product functions as a cosmetic moisturizing ingredient that helps lips feel smooth and comfortable. It does not rebuild the structural collagen in your lips. That is a genuine benefit, described accurately.
5 lip makeup tips
- Start with comfortable lips. Any lip color looks better on a smooth surface. The lip oil used overnight is an easy way to get there.
- Use liner softly. Blend rather than outline. A hard border is more noticeable than the lip line you were softening.
- Blend liner inward. Working inward rather than leaving color at the edge makes the transition invisible.
- Build the tint gradually. Two light layers sit better than one heavy one.
- Choose your finish by preference. Not by a rule someone made up about age.
Velvet Matte Shade Finder
- Everyday nude → 23 Nude Lush
- Classic bold red → 13 Signature Red
- Berry mood → 11 Velvet Cabernet
- Peachy-pink → 22 Blushing Apricot
- Muted everyday pink → 15 Symphony Pink
- Romantic mulberry-rose → 17 Dusty Petal
- Warm earthy red → 19 Desert Heat
- Fresh coral → 35 Coral Lace
- Bright pink → 53 Cherry Pink
Semi Matte Shade Finder
- Warm and sophisticated → 03 Brick Red
- Soft everyday rose → 04 Evening Rose
- Cool and modern → 07 Dusky Mauve
One Liner, Multiple Looks
If you are wondering whether the liner is a necessary purchase, this is the argument for it.
16 Soft Pink under Evening Rose gives a soft everyday lip. Under Dusky Mauve it produces something cooler and more fashion-led. Worn alone and blended, it is a barely-there natural lip. Same $21.00 pencil, three distinct results.
29 Rich Chestnut under Brick Red gives warmth and definition. Under Nude Lush it stops a nude from washing out. Under Signature Red it gives the red an edge to sit against.
The liner does not add a color so much as change what the tint above it does.
Makeup That Thinks About Lip Comfort, Too
ICD Makeup extends the skincare-first approach of RIMAN ICD skincare into color. In practice that means the ingredient lists read more like skincare than traditional cosmetics.
- Giant BYoungPool (Centella Asiatica) — RIMAN's signature Jeju-grown ingredient, across the whole collection
- Collagen — non-animal, produced through fermentation, as a cosmetic moisturizing ingredient
- Hyaluronic acid — in the Semi Matte, and as an oil-soluble hyaluronic acid butter in the Velvet Matte
- Ceramide NP — across the tints and the lip oil
- Apple seed oil and cupuaçu seed butter — plant oils and butters that keep the formulas soft
- Shea butter and jojoba seed oil — in the liner
None of this makes lip makeup a substitute for a dedicated lip treatment. What it does mean is that wearing color all day is more comfortable than it used to be.
Find Your RIMAN ICD Lip Look
Three decisions, in this order:
- Pick your finish. Fully blurred matte with the widest shade choice → Velvet Matte. A little glow and dimension → Semi Matte.
- Pick your shade using the shade finders above.
- Add the Butter Lip Liner in 16 Soft Pink for natural definition or 29 Rich Chestnut for warmth — and the Glow Up Lip Oil if you want the option of gloss.
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One practical note: for hygiene reasons, all makeup products including lip tints and lip oils are non-returnable and non-exchangeable once opened or used.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between RIMAN Velvet Matte and Semi Matte Lip Tint?
Velvet Matte has an airy, cloud-like texture that blurs immediately into a uniform matte, and comes in nine shades. Semi Matte applies with a subtle glow before setting to a soft velvety matte with a delicate blurring effect, and comes in three shades. Both are $30.04.
Is RIMAN Butter Lip Tint a Korean lip tint?
Yes. Both Butter Lip Tints are Korean lip products from RIMAN's ICD Makeup line, built around the brand's Giant BYoungPool Centella Asiatica ingredient.
Which RIMAN lip tint is best for an everyday look?
In Semi Matte, 04 Evening Rose. In Velvet Matte, 23 Nude Lush, 22 Blushing Apricot or 15 Symphony Pink. All read as polished rather than statement-making.
How do you use RIMAN Butter Lip Liner with Butter Lip Tint?
For a bolder, more defined look, apply the liner first, then the tint, patting it in to set. For a softer result, blend the liner with a fingertip before the tint so there is no visible border.
Which lip liner goes with RIMAN Evening Rose?
16 Soft Pink — the product page states it complements 04 Evening Rose.
Which lip liner goes with Brick Red?
29 Rich Chestnut — the product page states it pairs with 03 Brick Red.
Can mature women wear matte Korean lip tints?
Absolutely, and there is no shade or finish anyone should rule out on the basis of age. If very flat mattes feel unflattering to you, the Semi Matte's glow-to-matte finish or the Velvet Matte's blurred texture may suit better than a traditional flat matte lipstick, and a soft liner underneath helps color stay neat.
How do you create a blurred Korean lip look?
Apply liner lightly at the outer edges, blend with a fingertip, then apply the tint concentrated toward the centre of the lips and blend outward so the color fades rather than stops.
Can I wear the Glow Up Lip Oil over a matte lip tint?
Yes. Layering it over either Butter Lip Tint turns a matte lip glossy, which effectively gives you two finishes from one shade. It can also be worn on bare lips or applied generously overnight as a lip sleeping mask.
The Short Version
Velvet Matte for a fully blurred matte and nine shades to choose from. Semi Matte for a little glow and three well-chosen colors. The liner to define, shape, and change what the tint above it does. The lip oil when you want shine instead — or overnight, when you want neither.
Start with the shade you actually want to wear. The finish question sorts itself out from there.
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Shade descriptions quoted as "official" are taken from current KBeauty-USA.com product pages. Mood and styling suggestions are editorial interpretation. The 12-hour color longevity claim refers to brand-reported testing by P&K Skin Clinical Research Center Co., Ltd. and is not a claim of transfer-proof or waterproof wear.
This article refers to cosmetic benefits only. Products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. KBeauty-USA.com is an independent RIMAN Planner store. It is not RIMAN.com. Prices, shades and product details were verified at the time of writing and are subject to change.
